Institute of Molecular Life Science and Technology | The Global Food and Nutrition Research Institute

Office

Human Ecology Building #410

Tel

82-2-3277-3223

Email

globalfni@ewha.ac.kr

Fax

82-2-3277-4422

Introduction

The Global Food and Nutrition Research Institute, which was established in 1971, is the principal research institute of Ewha Womans University in food and nutrition. It is committed to investigate and pursue solutions for food and nutritional problems and to provide relevant technologies and scientific information on food and nutrition. The institute also aims to transfer technologies to food and nutrition industries, health and nutrition program implementors as well as communities with the aim of promoting health and well-being of the people in the world. The objectives of this institute are

to identify and develop strategies to solve food and nutritional problems worldwide using
environment-friendly and globally competitive tools and technologies.

to do research and develop an analytical food quality and safety assurance system

to provide relevant technologies and scientific information on food and nutrition.

to transfer technologies to food and nutrition industries, health and nutrition program implementors as well as communities

Activities

1. The Nutrition and Weight Management Center

- Collaborative research activities on nutrition and weight management with government, research institutions, and relevant industries

- Offers highly individualized services for nutritional disorders and weight problems for individuals of all ages.

- Community-based cooking and nutrition education programs for middle-aged and senior men

2. The Nutritional Physiology Center

- Study on the research nutritional physiology and carry out a scientific investigation